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Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool

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A large, multi-story house surrounded by lush greenery. - Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool (Captiva)
A spacious living area with a dining set, sofas, and a chandelier. - Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool (Captiva)
A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit. - Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool (Captiva)
A covered outdoor deck with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a white railing, overlooking a lush landscape. - Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool (Captiva)
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel faucet, a microwave above the stove, and white cabinetry. - Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool (Captiva)
Consider a stay at Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool and take advantage of a playground, laundry facilities and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and babysitting service are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16216 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool

  • *This property is located on North Captiva which is only accessible by ferry or boat. *

    Our home, Dreamcatcher, is on North Captiva Island. This is a remote barrier island in Lee County in Southwest Florida, located just offshore in the Gulf of Mexico. It lies just north of Captiva Island, separated by a channel called Redfish Pass which was created in a 1921 hurricane. It lies just south of Cayo Costa Island, separated by Captiva Pass. North Captiva Island or Upper Captiva Island is comprised of full time residents and vacation renters. We offer gorgeous sugar sand beaches, an abundance of wildlife and tropical plants and landscape, world class shelling and fishing plus two thirds of the Island are State Preserve perfect for walking trails that lead directly to the Ocean.

    *Dreamcatcher house has been completely gutted and remodeled after Hurricane Ian. No detail spared! Everything BRAND NEW! Dreamcatcher is located on the southern side of North Captiva, the last street before the beautiful nature preserve. You'll have tons of privacy and be away from the crowds here! When you follow our street on a less than 5 min walk or quick golf cart ride you'll find the best beaches stateside. Our home sits on a large private lot with a beautiful private heated pool (new pool heater & pool pump added in 2025) and lots of outdoor spaces to take in the beautiful island life. Enjoy the custom 5 bedroom house/ 5 bathroom house, with 4 bedrooms with en suite bath. The well designed gourmet kitchen is also a delight to cook in.

    When you arrive on the island, you will be met at the dock and we will get you and your luggage settled into the house, which comes with your own personal golf cart for your island transportation during your stay. Our island has no cars, no traffic, only lushly lined sandy trails and golf carts! The property is a short 5 minute golf cart ride from the dock. 2 golf carts are included with your stay. Only licensed drivers can drive the golf cart.

    Our house is located on the closest street to the 350 acre nature preserve with its wide vista of palm trees. A beautiful white sugar sand beach is just a short stroll or golf cart ride down the street. Don't miss this very special home.

    Bedrooms/ bathrooms-

    (Bedrooms 1,2,3 are all on the same floor )
    Bedroom 1- King bed with private bath/ shower


    Bedroom 2- King bed with private bath/ shower

    Bedroom 3- 2 full beds with private bath/ shower


    Bedroom 4- Queen bed with private bath/ shower


    Bedroom 5- 2 queen beds + 2 twin beds

    Sleeps 16

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,325 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Two golf carts included. Only licensed drivers over 18 can drive the cart. Submit names of licensed drivers who will be driving cart.
In addition to the damage deposit, you must select the $99 insurance policy that gives you $5000 in protection against accidental damages.
No glass by the pool area

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Pets available with owner approval and pet fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Inquire about events with host

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Inquire about events with host
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in North Captiva, a neighbourhood in Captiva. Captiva Chapel By the Sea and Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at McCarthy's Marina and Jensen’s Marina. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking. Visit our Captiva travel guide
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Captiva, FL

What's nearby

  • A coastal town with a long beach, clear blue waters, and a marina with boats.
    North Captiva Island Beach
    4 min walk - 0.4 km

Restaurants

  • The Mucky Duck
  • The Bubble Room
  • The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant
  • Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar
  • Starbucks

Frequently asked questions

Does Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool located?

Located in North Captiva, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from North Captiva Island Beach.

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Reviews

Renovated 5BR 5BA Island Home - Sleeps 16, 2 Golf Carts - Walk to Beach + Pool Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great for our family! The island and all the folks who work on the island, were GREAT!!! I wouldn’t recommend arriving much earlier than your check in time if your house isn’t ready:) Other than that, everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BOOK THE TRIP!!!! We stayed with our family of 11 here and had plenty of room. The house is stocked with beach gear, sand toys and anything you could need for a day at the beach. The location is fabulous. The house has everything you could possibly need for cooking and preparing meals. Just a short walk or quick golf cart ride to the beach. The serenity and peace that this island brings doesn’t compare to any other place we’ve been in FL. It will be our new vacation spot moving forward. Very quiet, small crowds and beautiful beaches. We ate at Mango’s and Main Stay and they were wonderful. Everyone we encountered on the island were so friendly and helpful. It is a slice of paradise right here in the States. We loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oh the Island Life!

We took our multigenerational family for a few days of quiet & sunshine. They loved the place so mush that they want to go back next year!We had a few problems with the house but the management team made it right.Lovely place to spend a few days - or more!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time during our stay on North Captiva. The location was a short distance from the beach and very quiet. Exactly what we wanted!There were a couple issues (cleanliness of the decks and pool) that were addressed by the property manager. Communication with the owner was excellent…very responsive.We had a wedding during our stay and had dress clothes that needed to be hung up. Closet space was a challenge in some of the bedrooms…-The closet in one of king bedrooms was locked. -The closet in the other king bedroom was full of linens and supplies that reduced space for guests.-The bedroom on the top floor did not have a closet.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Birthday Retreat

Chose this for a family retreat to celebrate my wife’s birthday. It was a wonderful experience. Laurie and her concierge team were especially helpful in navigating transportation, supplies and coordination issues on a semi remote island. Property was perfect for 3 families w/kids. The beach is beautiful and the weather was outstanding during our stay. The boys were very excited about the opportunity to surf fish. One family even did a day’s fishing charter. Even the single day that it rained was relaxing. Everyone said it was great to unplug without all the peripheral activities. Resident’s tip…be careful if you’re making toast as the smoke detector is very sensitive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
We had 3 families with 6 adults and 6 kids and there was plenty of room for all of us. The island is beautiful and quiet. We enjoyed the convenience how close the beach was with golf carts. We did have an issue with one of the golf carts the whole time. The charge did not last long and we were almost stranded a couple of times. I think the battery just needs to be replaced. The pool worked the first day and the last day of our stay. Something was broken and it was losing water the whole time. We had to keep a garden hose in it to keep the water level high enough to not burn the pump up. The management company did not do a good job of prioritizing the repair, but as soon as I talked to the host she made sure they were out to fix it. The house itself is more worn-in than the pictures suggest, but you'll have that with any rental property. We ate at all the restaurants on the island and the food was delicious. Our favorite spot was Mainstays. If you arrange ferries to and from and groceries in advance, you will be able to relax and enjoy the laid back vibe of North Captiva.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great house for a large group

This house worked well for our family trip. Pictures inside are accurate and spaces worked well to have a large group. We did run into a couple of issues:Listing shows that you are part of the Island Club VIP Membership. We did not have access to this. Not too big of a deal since there is still a pool by Mangos for non club members, but would've been awesome to have access to bikes and kayaks. Ended up renting bikes for an afternoon, but would've used them more than once and would definitely have used the kayaks. Pool at the house was absolutely not useable during our stay. Didn't even look like it was running. Property managers knew and apologized, but didn't fix it. We wouldn't have used it anyway because it is TINY. But if you had little kids who wanted to swim while you grill, you'd want to use it. PROSHaving included golf carts was amazing!Weather was perfect over spring break. It's a very relaxing island with no real nightlife. Mangos pool bar was greatOver The Waterfront was a highlight - food was incredible!CONSNo ice maker in the freezer and it was definitely "island pricing" for ice.There is still quite a bit of hurricane damage on the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious well appointed house in a great location. Communicating with the host was easy and the property manager was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property needs better cleaning inside and on the grounds. The golf carts are old and in terrible shape.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together

Everything was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of Paradise

Wonderful stay with a large family of 16. Dreamcatcher is a beautifully decorated home that had everything we needed! From the gorgeous views, comfortable beds, nice showers, and fully stocked kitchen it is truly a slice of paradise! There were two golf carts to explore the island but also a short walk to the beach where we watched the most beautiful sunsets. Would highly recommend and hope to stay at Dreamcatcher again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation home for our entire family. Loved the homes layout, plenty of room for everyone, lots to do outside, and even though it was very hot during our stay, the air conditioner worked great and a welcome reprieve from the heat. We did not think we would use the pool after being at the beach all day, but because it was partly shaded everyone jumped in and swam for a while. Great memories were created !!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

June Stay

The property and entire process was great. The owner and hosts had great communication from booking to check out. The house was well stocked with everything needed from kitchen supplies to games to play. Great having the pool area to cook dinner while my daughters were playing. We would definitely book here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hard to access and I did not know but it was fun
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PICK ME!

We are Florida natives and choose to vacation on North Captiva regularly...whenever we arrive we assess what we have and what we need...this property manager (supported by the owner) was the most excellent of all our stays. The response time was was next day if not sooner. Every beach house has a personality and this one fit the myriad personalities of our three generation family from 6-78...best of all the golf carts were dependable and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, location

READ THE SPECIFICS

This property cannot be accessed by car and there are terrible ferry costs and surcharges if you can’t fit within their “hours”. Beyond that they hosts offer to get you groceries for a 40% charge of the cost of the bill. Everything is an up charge and is extremely Inconvenient to get to. If you are okay with that then disregard but make sure you know what you’re getting yourself into.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Grwat
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay, Amazing House

My family enjoyed our stay at Dreamcatcher! It was a beautiful home with plenty of space for our large 7 adults, and 3 children group. The house is well appointed with everything we needed, plus some! Tortuga Properties was a joy to work with, Duncan and Laurie were always available and quick to answer questions. Arrival and Departure were seamless thanks to Tortuga and their team of people. We can not say enough good things about staying on North Captiva; beaches, sunsets, NCIC pools, Kayaking, wildlife, it was all absolutely wonderful!! We will be returning again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Family Vacation!

We had the most wonderful 5 days on North Captiva. It was our first time on the island, and we can’t wait to come back! Dreamcatcher was a perfect home base for our group of 6, and could have accommodated another family as well! Our favorite feature was the little pool and patio - perfect for relaxing and grilling after a day at the beach. Dreamcatcher is beautiful and well-maintained - what a lovely home. Tortuga, the property management group was so helpful and easy to work with. All around 5 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We had a great stay at Dreamcatcher! The house was spotless when we arrived and there was plenty of room for everyone. The only 2 comments I have of what could have gone better was that some items did not work as well as expected like the golf cart, and refrigerator and that initially we saw some bugs. Duncan was very responsive and helpful to us and we really appreciated him! We would definitely stay here again. We loved it!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ultimate Relaxation

We absolutely loved our stay at Dreamcatcher and at N Captiva Island. The house was extremely comfortable and clean and well stocked. We didn't lack for anything, and Tortuga was extremely helpful and responsive. They made it very easy to get from the ferry to the house on check-in day and then back to the ferry on the morning we left. The home is a short walk or very short golf cart ride to the beach, and we had all the chairs and towels we needed. First time to N Captiva, and we'd definitely love to return and would definitely stay in this great home again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great stay, the single beds are for children not adults

Great place, so close to the beach, There were only two good beds for adults, each king size so they will sleep two. But the singles and bunks are for kids and the one double bed off the kitchen is a fold out, hard for more than one person to sleep comfortably there.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dreamcatcher truly lived up to its name

We had 6 grown adults and 2 children under 5. The home was perfect for us. Lots of games in the games closet, lots of games by the pool downstairs. The Tortuga Property Manager, Duncan, was great! Always available to assist! A very short walk to the best beach on the island or a short walk into the Nature Preserve. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

North Captiva getaway

This trip allowed for two families to come together under one roof for a week to enjoy some peace and quiet and the company of each other. Our experience on the island was overall a good one - beautiful beaches, shelling was so much fun, seeing dolphins and gorgeous sunrise and sunsets, and not dealing with crowds were all a plus. Our property managers, Ally and Sean were super responsive to addressing the issues we did encounter - golf cart broke down on day 1, internet/wifi was down the entire trip, one of the bathrooms became infested with gnats, and the mosquitos on the island in general were serious (wish we would have been warned). Again, Sean and Ally were on top of all the issues and helped to resolve most of them and those they didn't was not for lack of trying! The house balconies and pool outdoor area is not screened in so we barely could enjoy the time outside in the evening without bathing in insect repellant. The island had a lot of debris and flooded roads which we learned to navigate and it wasn't until the latter part of the trip that the roads were filled in. The house was in a good location, close to the beach, spacious and generally clean but definitely requires some TLC and updating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Saving our vacation

Let me start out by telling a story about renting a vacation house on Anna Marie Island. We arrived on a Saturday about 5 o'clock and it was an absolute nightmare from that point on. Out of desperation I told my family that I had located a house for rent on North Captiva Island it was a brand new listing and we didn't even know thing about Captiva Island. I read some reviews about the Captiva and decide right then to book the property. Right after I booked the home I contacted the owner Karla Gust and explained to her my desperation to save my family's vacation. Karla was boarding a plane with her two small children heading to Florida to stay at her vacation rental. Karla could have told me to pound sand, it's her home but instead she cancelled her trip told me not to worry and graciously let me and my family check in hours before the 4 o'clock check in time (Karla you are a phenomenal person!). We arrived on the island at 0900 and were greeted by Sean from Karla's management company. We were given a tour of the island and taken to the house. The house is amazing the beach and the island are by far the best. I have been to in Florida teeming with dolphins, manatees and turtles! The water is crystal clear. This saved our vacation and my family wants to book the house again next year. Karla and her amazing house deserve 10 🌟. Thanks again Karla you rock!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021